Could gentle radio waves ease menopause symptoms?
NCT ID NCT06925139
First seen Aug 17, 2026 · Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a non-ablative radiofrequency treatment can improve vaginal tissue health and reduce symptoms of Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM), such as dryness and discomfort, in postmenopausal women. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the real treatment or a sham (placebo) procedure over six sessions. The trial will measure changes in sexual function, vaginal health, and quality of life at the end of treatment and three months later.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Non-ablative monopolar radiofrequency treatment
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this could offer a non-hormonal, drug-free option to relieve vaginal dryness and discomfort and improve sexual well-being in postmenopausal women.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial, and the sham-controlled design means some participants may not experience real benefit. Results may not apply to all women, and the treatment's long-term effects are still unknown.
This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for GENITOURINARY SYNDROME OF MENOPAUSE are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
-
University of Castilla-La Mancha
Toledo, Toledo, 45000, Spain
More trials for these conditions
Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.
- A tiny drop of blood might be enough: study tests fingerstick accuracy
- Nerve zapper may offer relief for MS-related bladder, bowel, and sexual issues — trial puts it to the test
- Scientists create first tools to measure recurrent UTI burden
- Can simple exercises ease menopause symptoms? new study says maybe.
- Can a website help young cancer survivors with sexual health? a new study aims to find out.
- Breast cancer survivors face hidden menopause burden